10/10 Excellent
Stacey P.
18 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed the Porch and Host
Stacey P.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Entire home
Deck, Grill & Yard: Pet-Friendly Van Alstyne Gem!
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Reviews
9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 71345 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Van Alstyne, TX
- Place, Grayson Hills Winery13 min drive
- Place, Tiger Stadium15 min drive
- Place, Whitewright City Hall16 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Additional Sleeping (Living Room)
1 Double Sofa Bed
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Full Bathroom
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
About this property
Deck, Grill & Yard: Pet-Friendly Van Alstyne Gem!
Located on 16 Acres | Outdoor Entertainment Area | Steps to Primrose Hill Wedding & Events
Designed for travelers looking to relax and unplug, ‘Blue Cottage on Majestic Acres Ranch' offers a peaceful setting for your Van Alstyne getaway. Work out on the screened porch, then fire up the grill for a memorable BBQ. Though you may feel worlds away, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath vacation rental is close to Dallas, vineyards, and state parks. It's perfect for warm-weather adventures at your own pace!
-- THE PROPERTY --
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 king bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 twin/full bunk bed
- Living Room: 1 queen sleeper sofa
INDOOR LIVING
- Smart TV
- Gas fireplace
- DIning table
- Laptop-friendly workspace
OUTDOOR LIVING
- Screened-in porch w/ lounge seating
- Outdoor dining area
- Rocking chairs & exercise equipment, gazebo w/ swing bench
- Charcoal & gas grills
- Hammock, horseshoes
- Farm animals on-site
KITCHEN
- Refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave
- Drip coffee maker, blender fish fryer
- George Forman grill, toaster, waffle maker
- Cooking basics, dishware/flatware
GENERAL
- Free WiFi (1,000 Mbps)
- Central A/C & heating, ceiling fans
- Washer/dryer
- Linens & towels, trash bags & paper towels
- Complimentary toiletries, hangers
FAQ
- 2 exterior security cameras (outward facing)
ACCESSIBILITY
- Single-story home, step-free access via ramps
PARKING
- Driveway (2 vehicles)
- Trailer parking available on-site
ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS
- An additional property is available on-site with a separate nightly rate. If you would like to reserve both rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking
-- THE LOCATION --
- 15 miles to The Bridges Golf Club
- 24 miles to Sister Grove Park
- 25 miles to Erwin Park & Historic Downtown McKinney
- 29 miles to Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary
- 54 miles to Klyde Warren Park & Dallas Museum of Art
- 26 miles to McKinney National Airport, 57 miles to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $75 fee (+ fees & taxes, 2 pets maximum)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings without owner permission
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required at check-in
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 faces towards the front gate. Camera 2 is on the back of the house and faces the deck. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras record video and sound when activated by motion and will be on during the duration of your stay
- There is another bookable vacation rental on-site; other travelers may be present during your stay
- This single-story home offers step-free access via ramps
Designed for travelers looking to relax and unplug, ‘Blue Cottage on Majestic Acres Ranch' offers a peaceful setting for your Van Alstyne getaway. Work out on the screened porch, then fire up the grill for a memorable BBQ. Though you may feel worlds away, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath vacation rental is close to Dallas, vineyards, and state parks. It's perfect for warm-weather adventures at your own pace!
-- THE PROPERTY --
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 king bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 twin/full bunk bed
- Living Room: 1 queen sleeper sofa
INDOOR LIVING
- Smart TV
- Gas fireplace
- DIning table
- Laptop-friendly workspace
OUTDOOR LIVING
- Screened-in porch w/ lounge seating
- Outdoor dining area
- Rocking chairs & exercise equipment, gazebo w/ swing bench
- Charcoal & gas grills
- Hammock, horseshoes
- Farm animals on-site
KITCHEN
- Refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave
- Drip coffee maker, blender fish fryer
- George Forman grill, toaster, waffle maker
- Cooking basics, dishware/flatware
GENERAL
- Free WiFi (1,000 Mbps)
- Central A/C & heating, ceiling fans
- Washer/dryer
- Linens & towels, trash bags & paper towels
- Complimentary toiletries, hangers
FAQ
- 2 exterior security cameras (outward facing)
ACCESSIBILITY
- Single-story home, step-free access via ramps
PARKING
- Driveway (2 vehicles)
- Trailer parking available on-site
ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS
- An additional property is available on-site with a separate nightly rate. If you would like to reserve both rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking
-- THE LOCATION --
- 15 miles to The Bridges Golf Club
- 24 miles to Sister Grove Park
- 25 miles to Erwin Park & Historic Downtown McKinney
- 29 miles to Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary
- 54 miles to Klyde Warren Park & Dallas Museum of Art
- 26 miles to McKinney National Airport, 57 miles to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $75 fee (+ fees & taxes, 2 pets maximum)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings without owner permission
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required at check-in
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 faces towards the front gate. Camera 2 is on the back of the house and faces the deck. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras record video and sound when activated by motion and will be on during the duration of your stay
- There is another bookable vacation rental on-site; other travelers may be present during your stay
- This single-story home offers step-free access via ramps
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Van Alstyne
Van Alstyne is home to this cottage. Sam Rayburn House Museum and Chestnut Square Historic Village are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Red River and Myers Park and Event Center. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
Van Alstyne, TX
What's nearby
- Grayson Hills Winery - 13 min drive - 12.5 km
- Tiger Stadium - 15 min drive - 19.2 km
- Children's Memorial Park - 16 min drive - 19.5 km
- Whitewright City Hall - 16 min drive - 19.9 km
- Collin County Courthouse - 24 min drive - 38.2 km
Restaurants
- Dairy Queen - 14 min drive
- The Railyard Taproom - 10 min drive
- Arroyo’s Mexican Restaurant - 10 min drive
- Whistle Stop Cafe - 10 min drive
- Gar Hole - 16 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
9.0/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Walter D.
30 Jan, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place
Walter D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
rudy g.
25 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
3 day
rudy g.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tracey C.
28 Jan, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House and property!
Tracey C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Casey
6 Jul, 2023
It was awsome
Casey
10/10 Excellent
Mark F.
28 Dec, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent host, excellent stay!
Mark F.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
4/10 Poor
Katie N.
16 Feb, 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication
House and property need attention
Katie N.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Kimani
6 Jul, 2023
Great stay, Very nice Host
Kimani
6/10 Okay
Joleen M.
18 Mar, 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
A mixed bag
Joleen M.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Mark
28 Dec, 2022
Wonderful Host - Wonderful Stay!
Mark
8/10 Good
Timothy C.
24 Apr, 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Timothy C.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
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